Long Island leads New York in dog bites to mail carriers, with 83 incidents last year, highlighting the need for increased safety measures.

With over 6,000 reported dog attacks on mail carriers in 2024, the United States Postal Service has launched its annual National Dog Bite Awareness Campaign in an effort to raise awareness and reduce preventable incidents. The campaign began on Sunday, June 1, and runs through the month with the theme: “Secure Your Dog, Keep Deliveries on Track.”

Dog may be man's best friend, but not necessarily if that man, or woman, is a letter carrier. Last year, more than 300 dog bites in New York, including 83 involving letter carriers on Long Island. Overall,